Global Audit Capability Leader — Quality & Transformation

Grant Thornton Ireland; Makati; On-site; PHP 9,124,000 - 11,557,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland seeks an accomplished leader to head the Global Compliance & Services (GCS) Audit Capability, guiding strategy, governance, and offshore automation to deliver high-quality audits across multi-jurisdictional portfolios.

The role requires 12–15+ years in Big 4 audit, a CPA/ACA/ACCA, and a proven track record scaling global audit delivery while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with global audit standards expertise.
• 12–15+ years of Big 4 or leading professional services audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of international auditing standards and financial reporting.
• Proven leadership building large-scale audit delivery and global capabilities.
• Experience managing multi-location teams and complex portfolios.
• Experience driving operational transformation in audit function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the GCS Audit Capability in line with the member firm’s strategic objectives and growth plans.
• Lead the execution and ongoing evolution of the GCS operating model with governance and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit execution through process optimisation and automation.
• Oversee end-to-end audit execution across the GCS lifecycle from planning to completion.
• Ensure offshore teams are embedded within engagement teams and collaborate with client delivery.
• Monitor performance metrics including quality, timelines, utilisation and budget.
• Hold primary responsibility for audit quality within the GCS Audit Unit.
• Promote a quality-first culture and regulatory compliance across the function.
• Oversee reviews and address findings from quality reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

CPA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland seeks an accomplished leader to head the Global Compliance & Services (GCS) Audit Capability, guiding strategy, governance, and offshore automation to deliver high-quality audits across multi-jurisdictional portfolios.

The role requires 12–15+ years in Big 4 audit, a CPA/ACA/ACCA, and a proven track record scaling global audit delivery while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.